How to Make Yassa Djeun (Fish) Recipe | Senegalese Yassa Recipe | Recette Yassa Poisson Sénégalais 😋

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken provides a leaner protein option.

mustard

🥗Healthier: honey mustard

💰Cheaper: mayo

Honey mustard adds sweetness while mayo is more budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while sunflower oil is cost-effective.

lemons

🥗Healthier: lime

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime provides similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

Cut the fish and season it with 1 tablespoon pink salt and 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, ensuring to season inside the creases of the fish.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup Dijon mustard, 1 cup garlic blend, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon pink salt.

Mix well and pour the mixture over the fish, ensuring it is well seasoned.

Heat 1 cup of vegetable oil in a large pot.

Fry the fish for about 3 minutes on each side until browned.

Add 8 large sliced onions to the pot and cook for 15-20 minutes until translucent.

Add 1 cup of white vinegar and habanero peppers to the pot.

Cover and allow to cook for an additional 30 minutes.

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